NHTSA Recall 26V397000
Filed by Indian Motorcycle Company. Component: Equipment. Reported 2026-06-19. An estimated 392 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Indian Motorcycle Company LLC (IMC) is recalling certain 2026 Chief Vintage motorcycles. The VIN label states the incorrect rear rim width. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 120, "Wheels and Rims - other than passenger cars."
Risk
Incorrect wheel rim size information could lead to improperly mounted tires and result in a loss of motorcycle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
IMC will mail owners information labels with instructions, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 7, 2026. Owners may contact IMC customer service at 877-204-3697. IMC's number for this recall is I-26-01. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 26, 2026.
Manufacturer campaign number: I-26-01